The 21st Century Cures Act is headed to the desk of President Barack Obama for final approval after the bill was passed by the Senate on Wednesday. Advocates for the bill say it will help fight the opioid crisis.

Behavioral health issues are decidedly bipartisan and will continue to be on the radar for lawmakers. Advocates for the Cures Act say it will help fight the opioid crisis and better coordinate mental healthcare.

I am sure that you were shocked by the outcome of our recent national election. Now that we all have had several weeks to gain some perspective, I would like to offer the following about our path forward.